Paul George and OKC will open at home on Thursday, Oct. 19 vs. the Knicks. Kevin Durant's next trip back will come on Wednesday, Nov. 22.

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Russell Westbrook has recorded a triple-double against every opponent he has faced in his career except the Bulls. He will get his first chance to do so in the Thunder's 6th game of the year when they travel to Chicago on October 28. He has another crack at recording a triple-double against his 29th different opponent on November 15 when the Bulls go to Oklahoma City.

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Royce Young ESPN Staff Writer

The Thunder play 37 times on national television games this season (including NBATV), up from 30 last season.

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The Golden State Warriors and Oklahoma City Thunder meet for the first time this season on Nov. 22 in OKC. Kevin Durant squares off against Russell Westbrook and Paul George.

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Ohm Youngmisuk ESPN Staff Writer

On Jan. 3, the Thunder visit the Lakers. Considering that Paul George made it no secret that he originally wanted to become a Laker before being traded, this game will have plenty of buzz.

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Christmas Day schedule revealed

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ESPN's annual marathon is once again filled with juicy matchups, including a rematch of the last three NBA Finals, a key Eastern Conference showdown and a battle of last season's top two MVP candidates.

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Royce Young ESPN Staff Writer

The Thunder open their season hosting the Knicks on Oct. 19 and will take on the Rockets on Christmas in OKC.

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Patrick Patterson had arthroscopic surgery on his left knee and will be re-evaluated in 4-6 weeks. He will likely be ready for training camp.

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